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9 Best Phoenix Hikes

The trails worth the early start.

The 9 phoenix hikes worth lacing up for. A short list of the trails hikers finish grinning about, with the distance, the price and who guides them.

9 Best Phoenix Hikes

Stunning Sunset or Sunrise Guided Hiking Adventure in Phoenix - Customizing the hike: mileage, terrain, and grade you can control
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Stunning Sunset or Sunrise Guided Hiking Adventure in Phoenix

1.Stunning Sunset or Sunrise Guided Hiking Adventure in Phoenix

Guided Sonoran Desert hike in Phoenix at sunrise or sunset, customizable difficulty, mountain views, and snacks plus water included.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Dialinda is one of the best guides I’ve experienced — do not skip her sunset hike! Not only was she prepared with backpacks waters headlamps local knowledge and snacks for the top, she was so personable and took the most AMAZING photos of me and my friend. Seriously a talent and we appreciated it and…”

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Epic Camelback Mountain Guided Hiking Adventure in Phoenix, Arizona - Getting started at Echo Canyon Trailhead (and why it matters)
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Epic Camelback Mountain Guided Hiking Adventure in Phoenix, Arizona

2.Epic Camelback Mountain Guided Hiking Adventure in Phoenix, Arizona

A guided, strenuous Camelback Mountain hike in Phoenix with hands-on scrambling, snacks, water, and 360-degree desert views. Small groups.

★ 5.0

“It was a physical hike and very Hot. Hydration is key. I absolutely loved it and would do it again. Having a guide was great as well, very helpful, not a necessity but recommended if it's your first time. Curtis was amazing. He was friendly, informative, and extremely helpful. He catered to us regarding hydration,…”

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Amazing 2-Hour Guided Hiking Adventure in Phoenix, Arizona - The pace: comfort-first hiking, not a speed challenge
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Amazing 2-Hour Guided Hiking Adventure in Phoenix, Arizona

3.Amazing 2-Hour Guided Hiking Adventure in Phoenix, Arizona

2-hour guided Sonoran Desert hike near Phoenix’s Piestewa area, with desert ecology lessons and big Valley of the Sun views.

★ 5.0

“Great hike with a mild to moderate pace. Wonderful views. Jennifer was a fantastic guide. She was knowledgeable, checked in often to make sure we were doing well, and adjusted to our needs. Great to have a backpack with water, snacks, and hiking poles available.”

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Phoenix Mountains Preserve Night Glow Hike - Phoenix Mountains Preserve at night: glowing insects, minerals, and scorpions
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Phoenix Mountains Preserve Night Glow Hike

4.Phoenix Mountains Preserve Night Glow Hike

Night Glow hike in Phoenix Mountains Preserve with UV flashlights, desert wildlife spotting, and city skyline views from Piestewa Peak.

★ 5.0

“I went on this hike with my son at the very end of our trip to Phoenix and it was an absolute blast and best way to end our trip! Paul was very informative and super friendly and we had a great time! Bonus, he was a great photographer!”

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Guided Desert Sunrise or Evening/Sunset 2-Hour Hike at South Mtn - Pima Canyon Trailhead to the first climb: what the route actually feels like
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Guided Desert Sunrise or Evening/Sunset 2-Hour Hike at South Mtn

5.Guided Desert Sunrise or Evening/Sunset 2-Hour Hike at South Mtn

Guided sunrise or sunset hike at South Mountain’s Pima Canyon: Phoenix views, petroglyphs, Sonoran Desert wildlife, and night lighting tricks.

★ 5.0

“Scott was absolutely an AMAZING tour guide! We are beginners so we were nervous but He was very patient, personable, and knowledgeable! We learned a ton about what it takes to be a regular on the hiking trail! We loved that he started out doing this as a something he enjoyed and now shares his…”

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Camelback's Hidden Gems - Hike & Yoga with a View - The hike on Camelback: challenging, but not a summit slog
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Camelback’s Hidden Gems – Hike & Yoga with a View

6.Camelback’s Hidden Gems – Hike & Yoga with a View

Hike Echo Canyon on Camelback Mountain, then stretch through a guided yoga session with major Phoenix views for $75.

★ 5.0

“I give this experience a solid 10/10. Michelle exhibited extraordinary leadership on our adventure, her kindness, patience, compassion and encouragement were stellar. Her examples and skills, remarkable. Add to all that, her vast knowledge and experience. I highly recommend it!”

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Phoenix: Amazing Two-Hour Guided Hike in the Sonoran Desert - Meet-up details: find Ocotillo parking lot before you start guessing
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Phoenix: Amazing Two-Hour Guided Hike in the Sonoran Desert

7.Phoenix: Amazing Two-Hour Guided Hike in the Sonoran Desert

Two-hour guided Sonoran Desert hike from Piestewa Peak Park with an EMT/First Responder guide, desert plants, and valley views.

★ 5.0

“Michael led us on a great hike and nature walk up Cholla Peak in the Piestewa Mountain Reserve. He was very informative, safety conscious and fun. I loved that he brought a hiking pole that I could use - saved the day!”

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Guided 2 Hour Sunset/Night or Sunrise Hike at Piestewa Peak - The climb itself: what you’ll do on the way up
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Guided 2 Hour Sunset/Night or Sunrise Hike at Piestewa Peak

8.Guided 2 Hour Sunset/Night or Sunrise Hike at Piestewa Peak

Guided 2-hour sunrise or sunset/night hike up Piestewa Peak with city views, desert spotting, and guide Scott Z in Phoenix.

★ 5.0

“If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Scott has an absolute passion for what he does and you can tell he is clearly comfortable in the desert environment. I participated in the sunset hike, and was not disappointed in the views! I would definitely book a guided hike with Scott again. He…”

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Phoenix: Sonoran Desert Guided Sunset Hike - Walking the protected Sonoran Desert: geology, plants, and animals in context
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Phoenix: Sonoran Desert Guided Sunset Hike

9.Phoenix: Sonoran Desert Guided Sunset Hike

Join a 2-hour Phoenix guided sunset hike in the Sonoran Desert. Learn desert ecology, climb switchbacks, and catch big sunset views.

★ 5.0

“Jay and Matthew were the perfect hosts for our hike. Our initial trailhead parking lot was full so they quickly diverted us to a different trail. On our own we wouldn’t have been able to locate another one so quickly and probably would have missed the sunset. They brought all the gear and supplies we…”

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